Henry's Uncle

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Today's guest is Skyler Ray, a hip-hop music artist in recovery. He has been sober for more than three years. Skyler grew up in foster homes and was homeless for multiple years. From getting arrested to sleeping on downtown sidewalks in Portland, Oregon, Skyler refused to give up on trying to achieve his dream goals and build the life he always wanted but would lose if he had a drink or got high. For more information about Skyler Ray, click here.For more information about Fentanyl, click here.For more information about New Avenues For Youth, click here.To listen to Ryan Bingham's song, Hallelujah, on YouTube, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org.Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle.For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Today's guest is Theo Krzywicki, a full-time Los Angeles firefighter and paramedic as well as founder and CEO of End Overdose, a non-profit organization helping to end overdose and provide critical training on how to use harm reduction tools, such as Fentanyl test strips and NARCAN. Theo lost his fiancée to an overdose and wanted to help others. He's making an impact by giving back to the recovery community and has been sober for 11 years. For more information about End Overdose, click here. For more information about NARCAN, click here. For more information about Fentanyl, click here. For more information about DanceSafe, click here. For more information about Ryan Hampton, click here. For more information about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), click here.  For more information about Killing Season by Peter Canning, click here. For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information about Narcotics Anonymous (NA), click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Today's guest is Jordan Barnes, who suffered from alcoholism, drug addiction, and homelessness. Now, he is in long-term recovery with more than 10 years sober and an award-winning, best-selling author. Jordan wrote, One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery, as a way to help others struggling from substance use disorder. His other book, Bridgetown: A Harm Reduction Novel, focuses on the role of harm reduction programs as they relate to human rights, mental health, and social justice.For more information about Jordan Barnes, click here.For more information about Jordan Barnes' books, click here.For more information about Hooper Detox Stabilization Center, click here.For more information about Outside In, click here.Follow Jen Cutting on YouTube, click here.For more information about NARCAN, click here.For more information about Sand Island Treatment Center, click here.For more information about the war on drugs and Portugal model, click here.For more information about Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.orgFollow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org

Today's guest is Jeannine Coulter Lindgren, who was addicted to drugs and alcohol for about 15 years despite her idyllic upbringing. Using led to homelessness, multiple arrests, and losing everything. She has been sober for almost seven years and now owns her own fitness studio, hosts the Chasing Heroine podcast, and is a successful entrepreneur.  For more information about Jeannine's Chasing Heroine Podcast, click here.To find Jeannine Coulter Lindgren on Instagram, click here.For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here.For more information about Narcotics Anonymous (NA), click here.For more information about 12 Step Programs for Addiction Recovery, click here.For more information about Dr. Gabor Maté, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org.Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle.For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Today's guest is Brandon O'Connell, a punk rocker who was born and raised in California, is married, has a son, and has been sober since July 14, 2017. Brandon talks about being mentally and physically abused as a child by his mother, drinking and using drugs, getting arrested, living on skid row, and attempting suicide three times. Step by step, Brandon recovered, started to give back to the community, and learned to be compassionate to experience a lifetime of beautiful moments.  To contact Brandon O'Connell on Instagram, click here. For more information about Humanity Showers on Instagram, click here. For more information about 12 Step Programs for Addiction Recovery, click here. For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information about Narcotics Anonymous (NA), click here. For more information about Al-Anon, click here. For more information about The Salvation Army Rehabilitation Center, click here. For more information about MusiCares, click here. For more information about Russell Brand, click here. For more information about Tony Robbins, click here. For more information about the Red Hot Chili Peppers' song, Under the Bridge, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information about Narcotics Anonymous (NA), click here. For more information about 12 Step Programs for Addiction Recovery, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about Laura Didier on LinkedIn, click here. To read an article with Laura Didier, click here. For more information about Song For Charlie, click here. To contact Laura Didier via email, click here. For more information about Dreamland and The Least of Us by Sam Quinones, click here. For more information about Dopesick by Beth Macy, click here.  For more information about NARCAN nasal spray, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about Sophie Pyne on LinkedIn, click here. For more information about Academics Anonymous, click here. For more information about the Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP), click here. For more information about New Directions for Women, click here. For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information about 12 Step Recovery Programs, click here. For more information about NARCAN® Nasal Spray, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Today's guest is “Narcan Nate” Smiddy, who talks about his not-so-ideal upbringing in Tennessee, his addiction to pills and cocaine, and his very open and honest journey to recovery that included relapses. Now, 29-years-old, Nate lives in southern California and is giving back and helping others as a trainer and educator for A New PATH (Parents for Addiction Treatment and Healing). He hands out NARCAN (Naloxone), the nasal spray, used to treat emergency narcotic overdoses and save people's lives.    For more information about Nathan “Narcan Nate” Smiddy on Instagram, click here. For more information about Nathan “Narcan Nate” Smiddy on LinkedIn, click here. For more information about NARCAN (Naloxone), click here. For more information about Humanity Showers on Instagram, click here. For more information about Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) - CDC, click here. For more information about Because People Matter, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org

For more information about Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs), click here. For more information about Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), click here. For more information about Turning Point Centers, click here.  For more information about Measure 110 in Oregon, click here. For more information about the TV show Dopesick, click here. For more information about the movie Ray, click here. For more information about Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), click here. For more information about Fentanyl, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry's Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org

For more information about Chad Houser, click here. For more information about Café Momentum, click here. For more information about the Momentum Advisory Collective, click here. For more information about the Waiting for Superman documentary, click here. For more information about former NFL MVP player Shaun Alexander, click here.  To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about Stephanie Wittels Wachs, click here. For more information about “Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful,” click here. For more information about Lemonada Media, click here. For more information about Harris Wittels, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about The Salvation Army’s Adult  Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Centers, click here. For more information about Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance, click here. For more information about 12-step programs for drug rehab and alcohol treatment, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

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For more information about the 4th Dimension Recovery Center (4D), click here. For more information about Oregon Recovers, click here. For more information about Portland Community College, click here. For more information about Measure 110: Oregon becomes 1st state in the U.S. to decriminalize drug possession, click here. To learn more about Yes on Measure 110, click here. For more information about the Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT), click here. For more information about the Volunteers of America (VOA) Men's Residential Treatment Center, click here. For more information about Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) or Day Treatment Programs for Substance Abuse, click here. To learn more about 12-step programs, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org

For more information about harm reduction principles, click here. For more information about the Oxford House organization, click here. For more information about 12-step programs for drug rehab and alcohol treatment, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information on Cocaine Anonymous, click here. For more information about Narcotics Anonymous, click here. For more information about the Oxford House, click here. For more information about the National Hockey League (NHL), click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Addiction is a mental health component misunderstood by most and doesn’t discriminate based on anybody. Growing up together, going to the same school, and knowing each other’s families for about 25 years, Erik Kilgore of Henry’s Uncle reconnects with Amanda Heminger to discuss substance abuse and recovery. Amanda talks about her sheltered upbringing, how her alcoholism led her to isolation and living in an abandoned home, her parents’ journey to understand what she was going through, and how she found and has maintained recovery for more than six years. For more information about Amanda Heminger - Seattle Athletic Club, click here. For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), click here. For more information about Al-Anon, click here. For more information about The Salvation Army, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

For more information about the Voices Project, click here. For more information about the Recovery Advocacy Project, click here. For more information about Mobilize Recovery, click here. For more information about H.R. 4684 - Tyler’s Law, click here. For more information about Ryan Hampton, click here. To watch American Fix on YouTube, click here. To read Dreamland by Sam Quinones, click here.  To read the Pill Mill book, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Isolation, quarantine, job loss, and financial hardships due to the Coronavirus pandemic is just too much for some people to handle. Lance Orton returns to discuss his road to recovery and comeback from opioid addiction by sharing steps to stay on track during COVID-19. To listen to Episode 7 - Mom’s medicine cabinet, suffering from opioid addiction, hitting rock bottom, and finding new meaning in life with Lance Orton, click here.For more information about Because People Matter, click here.For more information about Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org.Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle.For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Janie Gullickson is the Executive Director of the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon. Janie’s story includes drugs, alcohol, mental health, crime, and incarceration. Coming from privileged parents and a prominent community, she describes the impact on her own marriage and children. Janie continues her long-term road to recovery, has been sober since June 2008, and encourages people to support The Drug Addiction Treatment and Recovery Act, also known as IP44.  For more information about the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO), click here. For more information about Peerpocalypse, click here. For more information on Initiative Petition (IP) 44, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Lilli Kuechle, a Policy and Prevention Coordinator at Vibrant Future Coalition, talks about the amazing work the coalition is performing in spreading education and awareness about the potential dangers of drugs and alcohol. Lilli talks about the coalitions work in schools, talks policy in Oregon, and provides helpful advice on how parents should talk with their children about drugs and alcohol.For more information about Vibrant Future Coalition, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Honora Englander, M.D., an associate professor of medicine in the OHSU School of Medicine, is leading  a team of physicians, peer mentors, and social workers that are addressing the enormous gaps in substance use care. Known as PROJECT IMPACT, this team is helping patients with care, compassion, and empathy and treating addiction as the chronic brain disease it is. With a developed integrated care system, PROJECT IMPACT ensures each patient is given the resources for recovery. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Boulder Care, a digital clinic offering long-term support and treatment for opioid use disorder, is breaking down barriers for people suffering from an opioid use disorder. Did you know 40% of counties in the USA don't have a doctor who can prescribe buprenorphine? Patients in rural areas sometime have to drive hours just to see a doctor to get a prescription. Wouldn't it make sense if patients could access a doctor virtually in the comfort of their home?We talk with Stephanie Papes, Founder and CEO of Boulder Care, about the work they are doing that is transforming the ways people with an OUD can access treatment. Stephanie and her team are on a mission to help patients succeed on their  own terms. For more information about Boulder Care, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Margaret was your typical high school teenager. She was smart, competitive, and won 4 State Championships in soccer during her high school career. After departing to college, Margaret was looking for an escape and found alcohol. Bouncing in and out rehab, Margaret finally found sobriety, but unfortunately, got hooked on Rx pain pills. After forging prescriptions for pain pills multiple times, the police finally cracked down and arrested her for identity theft. Margaret was sent to prison for one year, where she rehabilitated herself and found a new meaning in life. Listen to her incredible story and how she maintains sobriety today. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Se-ah-dom Edmo, Shoshone-Bannock, Nez Perce & Yakama, is Executive Director of the MRG Foundation and Co-Chair of Oregon Recovers. Addiction is all to familiar with her, as her father has suffered from alcoholism the most of her life. Instead of hiding the disease, Se-ah-dom's mother openly talked about their father's disease and educated the children about what the disease of addiction looks like and does.  To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Meth took everything from Michelle. As she says, "I was the poster child of Meth." During her sentencing, the judge said you can go to treatment in county jail for 6 months or go to jail for 10 years. Michelle took the 6 months, got sober, went to college, and is now working at GOBHI (Greater Oregon Behavior Health Inc.) to help others who are suffering from addiction. Michelle is now working on getting her PhD in addiction. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Erik Kilgore, Founder of Henry's Uncle, sits down with Gary Bloxom of Let's Talk Portland and talks about Henry's Uncle mission of ending the stigma around addiction. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

On any given day, roughly 7,800 children in Oregon are in the foster care system. Nearly 500,000 children in the USA are in the foster care system. The increase in demand for foster care comes at a time when opioid deaths have surged. Or did you know, in America, 43% of children in a home are without a father? With such a burden on the foster care system, Valor Mentoring is striving to contest the effects of fatherlessness.   It is their belief that by mentoring through these avenues, men of all ages will be better equipped to make healthy life choices.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Linda May Wacker and Jamie Welch of Parents Anonymous of Oregon, talk about the barriers parents face when their children are taken from them due to a substance use disorder. Linda and Jamie talk about how Parents Anonymous, with a parent mentor, help other parents get on the road to recovery and help navigate the Department of Human services to get their children back.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Danielle and Erin Martinek talk about living with a sibling that battled substance use disorder and what advice they would give to other parents and siblings going through the same ordeal.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 13 - Det. Derry has been apart of the Portland Police Bureau for over 20 years, and for the last 10 years, has worked in the Drugs & Vice Division. Det. Derry talks about what the drugs and vice division does, the current drug landscape in Portland, OR, and the last time they seized a real prescription pill. Det. Derry opens up and talks about what is and isn't working and how we can improve as a community. Note: The host misspoke about the legality of SafeHouse. At this time, SafeHouse..."remains committed to opening as soon as possible, but is awaiting the resolution of a civil lawsuit the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania filed against it. Safehouse has asked the Court to declare its planned operations legal." Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Epside 12 - Haven Wheelock has been working in harm reduction for over 15 years and she currently oversees the syringe exchange at Outside In in Portland, OR. During her time in Portland, Haven successfully spearheaded the effort to expand the use of naloxone, which helps prevent opiate overdose deaths. Her effort of expanding naloxone has saved hundreds of lives in the Portland Metro area. Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Pam Pearce, a person in long-term recovery, talks about her journey through active addiction from the age of 14, but more importantly, talks about her road to recovery and what she has been doing  to give teenagers, young adults, and families a place to thrive in their community from the effects of substance abuse.Pam is the co-founder of the first recovery high school in the state of Oregon, Harmony Academy, and the co-founder of an alternative peer group, Family Inspired Recovery (FIR). She is also on the Board of Directors of Community Living Above.Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 10 - Executive Director and Co-Founder of Oregon Recovers, Mike Marshall joins us in the studio today. Mike talks about his past substance abuse and finding sobriety. We also discuss Oregon Recovers, a statewide coalition that aims to bring world-class prevention, treatment, and recovery support services to Oregonians suffering from the disease of addiction Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org Additional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 9 - Our guest, Dr. Jeffrey Eisen, talks about his his life mission of helping people with mental illness, the stigma around mental health, and what resources people can access when they are suffering from mental illness. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org Additional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Morgan Godvin spent 5 years addicted to heroin and 4 years incarcerated for that addiction. She sold heroin to her best friend Justin, which resulted in his overdose death. Listen to Morgan and Justin's mother, Ember, talk about this tragic story and what they want the public to know to help end the stigma around addiction. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 7 - Our guest, Lance Orton, talks about his 15+ years of opiate addiction, easy access to pills from doctors, the loneliness of addiction, and his steps to recovery and new outlook on life. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR To contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Erik and Bobby air it out and reflect on the loss of their brothers, the grieving process, frustrations and much more. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Continue the conversation on the Flick app here: flick.group/henrysuncle For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Dr. Andrew Mendenhall, Chief Medical Officer of Central City Concern, talks about the biology of addiction, why it is a disease and not a moral failing, and what the gold standards of treatment are. Listen and learn. This is an incredible podcast. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

What's it like living with a sibling going through active addiction? Often times, parents are preoccupied with helping their addicted son or daughter get into treatment, find a facility, and monitor their ongoing care. But what about the other brothers and sisters? They tend to be forgotten in the shuffle even though they are witnessing everything right in front of them. In this episode, Matt Percin talks about living with two brothers who go through active addiction, losing a brother in the Yarnell wildfire, and what he's doing for his brother in recovery.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, Brian Martinek talks about his time in the Justice Department, being on the front lines and investigating drug dealers, helping his son find treatment but ultimately losing him to fentanyl and the State legislation he is trying to push through for those selling drugs that result in death. Continue the conversation on the Flick app here: flick.group/henrysuncle For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, Jimmy talks about being gay in a catholic environment, being bullied throughout high school, what lead him to alcohol and his road to sobriety. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, we talk to Robert (or B as he is known) about his battle with bipolar, alcoholism, the tragic death of losing his brother, and his road to recovery. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Many people will say that the addiction has affected almost every family in this country in one way or another.On December 9, 2018, the opioid epidemic took yet another life of a smart, funny, vibrant, young human. Not knowing a lethal dose of fentanyl was hidden inside an oxycontin pill, James Kilgore took his last breath of a world he loved.Henry's Uncle podcast will feature real-life stories from people who have lived through addiction and their road to recovery. We will talk to law enforcement, medical officers and harm reduction advocates to learn what works and what doesn't when it comes to treating people with substance use disorders.For more information, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgTo contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer:THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.